Regional Merchandise Manager - Fish & Seafood

Responsibilities

• Be aware of the competition on the marketplace and detect the consumers' needs.
• Survey the competitors regularly to analyze their items proposal, price and quality standard.
• Multiply the contact with suppliers in order to be updated with new trends, eventual difficulties and results.
• Participate actively in local commercial and social events to meet new suppliers.
• Visit local suppliers to observe their farm/factory/storage and evaluate their ability.
• Prepare negotiations efficiently by collecting internal and external data and keep records of conversations with suppliers.
• Report on all information that would influence Fresh Food strategy.
• Develop and monitor sales activities and identify methods to improve the gained profits for the in-charge department.
• Ensure the relationship with other sections and departments that relate to the products' life cycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Agriculture or related field with emphasis on agricultural production or a related science field.
• At least 1-2 years' experience in food product development and commercialization.
• At least 1-2 years of related experience, preferably in sourcing, product development, project management, retail buying, or retail field operations.
• Strong analytical ability and good in data/figures.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Communicates effectively both written and orally.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, with advanced proficiency in Excel.
• Maintaining flexibility in a rapidly changing environment while maintaining an enthusiastic sense of mission.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally in support of the merchandising global sourcing initiative.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Training & Development
• Performance Bonus